The anti-poaching measures by the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) of the Navy continued to bear positive results with 12 poachers being apprehended on April 10, 2011 by Indian Naval Landing Craft Unit 36 (LCU L-36).

LCU L-36, whilst on routine patrol of Sentinel Island apprehended 12 Myanmarese poachers. On sighting the warship, the poachers attempted to flee, but were intercepted by LCU L-36. The boat was towed by LCU L-36 to be handed over to Indian Naval Ship Tarasa for further investigation by the Port Blair police.

During search of the boat, diving equipment with accessories, large quantity of diesel, drinking water, food were found which are indicative of intentions for prolonged poaching activity in Indian waters. The boat was equipped with deep sea diving, harvesting equipment and was well stocked with rations for prolonged offshore operations. The boat was carrying sea cucumbers and coral which are contraband items.

During the preliminary investigation it was revealed that the poachers had intention to undertake extraction of marine wealth that includes sea cucumber and sea shells. The incident is the latest apprehension by the ANC as a result of enhanced coastal security initiatives for the islands and has brought the tally to 180 poachers in 2011 alone.